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Contract School Bus Driver Jobs in Romeoville, IL

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Glen Ellyn, IL · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Glen Ellyn and Carol Stream, IL New Driver Sign-On Bonus: $2,500 Experienced Drivers Sign-on bonus up to $5,000 - *Must hold a valid CDL Class B (or higher ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Glen Ellyn, IL

$25 - $30/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Glen Ellyn and Carol Stream, IL New Driver Sign-On Bonus: $2,500 Experienced Drivers Sign-on bonus up to $5,000 - *Must hold a valid CDL Class B (or higher ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Glen Ellyn, IL · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Glen Ellyn and Carol Stream, IL New Driver Sign-On Bonus: $2,500 Experienced Drivers Sign-on bonus up to $5,000 - *Must hold a valid CDL Class B (or higher ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Glen Ellyn, IL · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Glen Ellyn and Carol Stream, IL New Driver Sign-On Bonus: $2,500 Experienced Drivers Sign-on bonus up to $5,000 - *Must hold a valid CDL Class B (or higher ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Chicago, IL · On-site

$23.84/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers Sign-On Bonus: $2,000* #startup As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Westmont, IL · On-site

$26.75 - $30/hr

School Bus Driver benefits: · Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications · Hourly Rate: $26.75 - $30.00 per hour · Training Rate: $17.00 · Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Chicago, IL · On-site

$24/hr

School Bus Driver benefits: * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $24.00 per hour * Training: $16.60 * Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver ...

Peotone CUSD 207U

School Bus Driver

Peotone, IL · On-site

$27.75/hr

School Bus Driver Peotone CUSD 207U is seeking candidates for a school bus driver vacancy for the 2026-2027 school year. Qualifications include being 21 years old, having a driver's license with a ...

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First Student

School Bus Driver

Crestwood, IL

$25.50/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers Sign-On Bonus: $2000.00 As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Midlothian, IL · On-site

$25.75/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers Sign-On Bonus: $2000.00 As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Batavia, IL · On-site

$26 - $31/hr

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Crestwood, IL

$25.75/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers Sign-On Bonus: $2000.00As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Willow Springs, IL · On-site

$26.50/hr

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Villa Park, IL · On-site

$26.50/hr

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Chicago Ridge, IL · On-site

$26.25/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers Sign-On Bonus: $2000.00 As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Addison, IL · On-site

$28/hr

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely ...

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How much do contract school bus driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract school bus driver in Romeoville, IL is $21.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.16 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract School Bus Driver vs School Bus Driver?

AspectContract School Bus DriverSchool Bus Driver
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsementsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements
Work EnvironmentTypically contracted to multiple districts or private companies, flexible routesEmployed directly by school district, fixed routes
Employer & IndustryPrivate companies or independent contractors serving schoolsPublic school districts

Contract School Bus Drivers often work for private companies or as independent contractors, providing transportation services to multiple districts with flexible schedules. School Bus Drivers are employed directly by school districts, following fixed routes and schedules. Both roles require similar certifications but differ mainly in employment type and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Contract School Bus Driver job openings in Romeoville, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,671 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

School Bus Driver

Troy Community Consolidated School District

Plainfield, IL • On-site

$25.16/hr

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Posted 17 days ago

Job description

School Bus Driver

Safely transport authorized students daily to and from school and extracurricular activities. Reports to Director of Transportation Services or designee Salary $25.16/hr Supervisory Responsibilities Monitors passengers during transit for the purpose of maintaining safety and discipline and reporting discipline problems to the proper authority using district policies and procedures. Qualifications 21 years of age Valid Illinois Commercial Driver's License or verification from Secretary of State stating eligibility Valid Illinois School Bus Permit or verification from Secretary of State stating eligibility Pre-placement Medical Exam, including drug/alcohol screening and tuberculosis clearance Pass a Regional Office of Education Fingerprint/Background Clearance including Federal Bureau of Investigation Pass both: Physical Examination and Certificate for Illinois School Bus Driver as provided by the Secretary of the State of Illinois. Medical Examination Report For Commercial Driver Fitness Determination as provided by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Physical Requirements The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant finger dexterity in order to operate a two-way radio when needed. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. Must be able to demonstrate and perform the emergency, evacuation procedures as described and defined by the Illinois School Bus Driver Training Curriculum and endorsed by the Illinois Secretary of State, Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Board of Education. These procedures involve, but are not limited to, sitting on floor of the school bus at the rear door and scooting out the rear door to the ground, and assisting students safely off the bus. The job is performed in a motorized vehicle in all types of weather and traffic conditions. Term of Employment 177 days 11 Paid Holidays Completion of mandated training through Global Compliance Network within first 45 days of employment. FLSA Non Exempt Status Evaluation Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of Educational Support Personnel.

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